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title: "Online Legal Research"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0497c277-8748-4340-9269-f367f1ad6b76"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)"
published: "2020-08-26"
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# Online Legal Research

Buyer: GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0497c277-8748-4340-9269-f367f1ad6b76

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## Summary

The General Medical Council (GMC) is currently seeking tenders for an "Online Legal Research" service aimed at providing continuous access to extensive UK case law and consolidated legislation. Published on 26 August 2020, the procurement process involves an open procedure as it falls below the threshold and is classified under legal services (CPV code: 79100000). The tender period will close on 30 September 2020, and the contract will commence on 19 November 2020, lasting until 18 November 2022. Potential suppliers should note that delivery will be required at both North West and London locations in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those with experience in developing online legal research tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may meet the GMC's requirements for comprehensive legal coverage. Businesses that can efficiently provide access to essential legal resources, especially those focusing on UK law, will be well-suited to compete in this procurement process.

## Notice

The GMC has the requirement to access the following legal research online on a 24/7 basis: - Access to extensive UK case law - Access to consolidated legislation All information will be updated within 24 hours, and suppliers will be asked to set out the coverage that they provide, but as a minimum will cover: - House of Lords/Supreme Court and Privy Council - the Court of Appeal - Queen's Bench Division - the Employment Appeals Tribunal; and - the European Court of Justice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa46afba-8c68-4d9e-9b2f-ade8745feec0 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Nov 2020 - 18 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC) |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M3 3AW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 26 Aug 2020 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa46afba-8c68-4d9e-9b2f-ade8745feec0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa46afba-8c68-4d9e-9b2f-ade8745feec0
  26th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG160314
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gmc-uk.org

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